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CANSCAIP: School Library Heroes

CANSCAIP: School Library Heroes Lisa Loffredi The Canadian Society of Children’s Authors, Illustrators and Performers (CANSCAIP) is a not-for-profit national arts service organization founded in 1977. …

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The Teaching Librarian Articles

Maria Martella: School Library Hero

Maria Martella: School Library Hero​ Danny Neville The first time I had the pleasure of meeting Maria Martella was at a conference in Toronto a …

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The Teaching Librarian Articles

James Saunders: School Library Hero

James Saunders: School Library Hero​ Danny Neville After many years of hearing about James Saunders, I finally had the pleasure of meeting him in person …

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HoOPLA Articles

A New Author Talks Series Launches at Brampton Library

A New Author Talks Series Launches at Brampton Library Brampton Library is pleased to collaborate with the Festival of Literary Diversity (FOLD) in its new …

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HoOPLA Articles

Whitby Public Library’s 3D Printers Ignite a Local Designer’s Passion

Whitby Public Library’s 3D Printers Ignite a Local Designer’s Passion PHOTO: Louis Hébert stands in front of his 3D printing display at the Whitby Central …

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HoOPLA Articles

Introducing the Next Generation of Clearview Public Library’s Fixers and Influencers

Introducing the Next Generation of Clearview Public Library’s Fixers and Influencers “Kids” of all ages have found the introduction of the new Mechanics’ Benches to …

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City of Toronto Archives Tour
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City of Toronto Archives
Fri, August 15, 2025 12:00 PM
Join the OLA Special Libraries Committee for a tour of the City of Toronto Archives. This facility houses records created by the…
Weston Family Library Tour
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Toronto Botanical Garden
Wed, September 3, 2025 06:00 PM
Join the OLA Special Libraries Committee for a tour of the Toronto Botanical Garden's Weston Family Library! This institution has Canada’s largest…
School Libraries Connect: From Shelves to Selves: Reimagining Your SLLC for All
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Thu, September 18, 2025 04:00 PM
About This Session How do you design your library space to work for all participants in your school community? Is…
 
School Libraries Connect: Get Involved: How to Connect & Contribute in Libraryland
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Tue, October 21, 2025 04:00 PM
About This Session It is easy to feel alone in #libraryland - especially when you may be the only one…
 
Unscripted: Adaptive & Accessible Instruction in Health Libraries - Save the Date!
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Thu, October 23, 2025 , All Day
The Ontario Health Library and Information Association (OHLIA) represents library staff involved with the provision of health information in a diverse…
 
Child and Youth EXPO 2025: Courage, Connection, Community - Save the Date!
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Hamilton Central Library
Wed, November 5, 2025 , All Day
Join us for a day of inspiration as we explore how libraries can foster courage, connection, and community through children…
 
School Libraries Connect: Think Outside the Book: Innovative Program Ideas for Your SLLC
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Wed, November 19, 2025 04:00 PM
About This Session Are you looking for fresh programming ideas for your school library learning commons? Do you need resources…
 
Spilling the Leaves! Tips and Tricks for an Engaging Forest of Reading Program
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Thu, December 11, 2025 04:00 PM
About This Session The Forest of Reading® program presents an opportunity for school library staff to promote and share Canada’s…
 
OLA Super Conference 2026 - Save the Date!
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Metro Toronto Convention Centre
Wed, January 28, 2026
The Ontario Library Association Super Conference will be taking place January 28-31, 2026 at the Metro Toronto Convention Centre. Please…
 

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